Ryan Adams performs new song 'My Wrecking Ball', confirms UK dates

During his set, Adams premiered three tracks from his upcoming self-titled album set for release on September 8th.

Ryan Adams made his return to the stage at Newport Folk Fest last Friday (July 25th). During his set, Adams premiered three tracks from his upcoming self-titled album set for release on September 8th. The singer gave an especially tender performance of 'My Wrecking Ball', a previously unheard track he introduced as a protest song, protesting the death of his grandmother.

Recent years have seen turbulent times for Adams who suffers from an inner-ear disorder called Ménière's disease, which affects hearing and balance. The disease meant that the seasoned alt-country musician's performances were sometimes ridden with anxiety and there were instances where he was unable to see a set through.

Back on seemingly good form, Adam's set list featured 16 tracks covering all of his fourteen studio albums, including the forthcoming release.

Below, watch a fan's recording of Ryan Adams performing his new song 'My Wrecking Ball' at Newport Folk Fest. You can also stream the entire set over on NPR.

Setlist:

Gimme Something Good

Magick

Stay With Me

Fix It

Dirty Rain

Let It Ride

Shadows

Oh My Sweet Carolina

Everybody Knows

Catherine

My Wrecking Ball

Peaceful Valley

Beautiful Sorta

Do I Wait

Adams has also confirmed he'll be heading to the UK this September for the following shows: